Duchess Kate Middleton Might Not Be at Princess Diana's Statue Unveiling, Source Reveals Reason Why

There’s a rumor going around that Duchess Kate Middleton has been cut from the guest list of Princess Diana‘s statue unveiling this coming Thursday (July 1).

The event is being held on what would have been the late royal’s 60th birthday. Kensington Palace released a statement, saying, “Prince William and Prince Harry will attend a small event to mark the unveiling of a statue they commissioned of their mother, Diana, Princess of Wales, in the Sunken Garden at Kensington Palace on Thursday 1st July. In addition to close family of Diana, Princess of Wales, members of the statue committee, the sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley, and garden designer, Pip Morrison, will also be present.”

The event was scaled down due to COVID-19 restrictions, and Duchess Kate‘s name was not listed among the attendees.

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Now, a source is revealing that the drama between the two brothers is the potential cause.

A source told Page Six, “Catherine’s absence speaks volumes. I think keeping the numbers down is a perfect ‘excuse’ for Catherine to stay away. William is fed up with the drama and Catherine doesn’t need to be dragged into this.

“They are planning a private family visit with their children, and that private moment is far more important than the public rhetoric,” the source added.

The source continued, “William is determined that the Sussex drama does not overshadow this important moment of remembrance to his much-missed mother and is keeping that as his focus.”

There have been continuous rumors and reports about the feud between the brothers, and it was expected that Duchess Kate might be on hand to help diffuse any tension.